Fastwyre Broadband yesterday announced that it is bringing to Eastern Nebraska some of the fastest internet speeds experienced in the region. Areas historically underserviced for internet connectivity will enjoy increased speed and service.
Fastwyre is investing over $65 million in upgrades to its network and service reliability, delivering unparalleled connectivity in the region for years to come. Fastwyre has a deep-rooted history in Eastern Nebraska, as it previously operated as Huntel and was founded in 1910. The company has evolved into Fastwyre Broadband, and it is committed to revolutionizing internet accessibility. Eastern Nebraska areas, including Bellevue, Blair and Wayne, will enjoy faster internet speeds from 2 gigabits per second with future plans of up to 10 gigabits per second. In addition, significant capacity upgrades to other Nebraska areas and communities will see significant upgrades in service capability through Fastwyre’s participation in grant-related projects.
Community is at the heart of Fastwyre's mission, and many Fastwyre employees are long-time residents living and working in Eastern Nebraska. Fastwyre’s state-of-the-art network features a fiber-to-the-premises infrastructure where initial upgrades to the network are expected to be completed by early summer.
Fastwyre customers enjoy the following benefits:
- Symmetrical speeds provide equally fast uploads and downloads of rich content for a reliable, high-speed, high-quality connection that allows streaming on multiple devices.
- No data caps, overages, or installation fees.
- The option to bundle high-speed internet with TV and home phone services for additional cost savings and value.
- Business services that include hosted VoIP phone, video and data circuit offerings with low-latency to ensure high-speed performance.
Chris Eldredge, CEO of Fastwyre Broadband
Delivering speeds up to 2 gigabits per second at affordable rates is already a differentiator in our Bellevue service area, and we look forward to bringing this top-tier connectivity to other Eastern Nebraska communities while being committed to first-class customer service. Building on our company’s deep roots, our connection to Eastern Nebraska drives our over $65 million investment to serve residents better and contribute to the growth of businesses. Reliable, affordable, high-speed internet empowers successful lives, and we are dedicated to enhancing our fiber-optic network now and into the future. We want to be an integral part of the community through not only delivering high-quality communication services but also by supporting our neighbors with involvement in activities and sponsorships. Our commitment is to make a positive impact on those we serve to help ensure our communities continue to thrive.
Danny Pate, Fastwyre’s Chief Operating Officer
Our network enables residents and businesses to experience equally fast uploads and downloads when sharing multimedia files or streaming video. Our customers rely on the internet every day for work and play, and our network speeds will create an exceptional experience for customers with virtual learning, agricultural technology, telehealth, e-commerce and entertainment at very affordable rates, from $44.99 per month with speeds up to 2 gigabits per second.
